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Victorian Enamel Silver "Changing of the Guard" Vesta Case, S. Mordan, 1897

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An extremely rare Victorian silver and enamel Vesta Case of rectangular form with flat sprung hinged lid, the face with enamel panel depicting the "Changing of the Guard". The reverse engraved - Heathlands 1900. By Sampson Mordan, London 1897. In fine condition, a tiny chip to bottom right corner restored. Measure: Height 31 mm (1.22 inches) Width 45 mm (1.77 inches) Depth 10 mm (0.39 inches) Weight 35.00 Grams (1.13 troy ounces).

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  • Condition
    Good. Please see item description for size and weight.
  • Dimensions

    H 1.23 in. x W 1.78 in. x D 0.4 in.

    H 3.1 cm x W 4.5 cm x D 1 cm

  • Seller location
    Sittingbourne, GB
  • Seller reference number
    TRS101217
  • Reference number
    LU972810051851

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